Please note that the most logical approach to using testing services is to test for the most likely cause of the symptoms first, to either confirm and eliminate. If the test requires a blood sample you can take one yourself with instructions from the testing service or you can ask a nurse at your veterinary surgery to take one, that is cheaper than a consultation fee.

They will also grow a general bacteriology plate in order for them to carry out an antibiotic sensitivity test. This will determine which antibiotic would be most useful should you be required to use one. Tests are available at a cost of £ 34.74.